Data Privacy & Information Governance Senior Manager
JOB_52811004639826Job type
PermanentLocation
Manchester - RemoteWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Information SecurityIndustry
Technology & Internet ServicesPay
Up to £65000 per annumClosing date
22 Dec 2024
Data Privacy & Information Governance Senior Manager - Remote - Manchester - £65000
Job Title:
Data Privacy & Information Governance Senior Manager
About the position
A new opportunity has arisen for a Data Privacy and Information Governance Senior Manager to join our client team, reporting into the Chief Information Officer.The role will oversee and lead the information governance function, driving the required strategies and activities to ensure compliance with data protection laws.
Main Responsibilities
You will develop and lead the organisations Information Governance strategy, aligning with organisational goals, governance policies and legal requirements.
You will develop and lead the organisations Information Governance strategy, aligning with organisational goals, governance policies and legal requirements.
Your key accountabilities will include:
- leading the information governance capability, developing and implementing the policies, procedures and frameworks for information governance, data protection and information security
- monitoring compliance and reporting on data protection policies, practices, and risks and issues across the organisation, escalating to the CIO and Operating Board as needed
- leading and managing the process of conducting Data Subject Rights (DSR) requests as well as Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for projects involving personal data
- overseeing the maintenance of Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) and ensuring appropriate data sharing agreements are in place
- engaging with external stakeholders, including regulators, commissioners, suppliers and partners to provide guidance on the legal requirements and best practices for handling personal data across organisational boundaries
- maintaining in-depth knowledge of governance frameworks and standards, ensuring organisational compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000.
- chairing the organisation-wide Information Governance Group (IGG), ensuring effective oversight of information governance practices
The Ideal Candidate
- Ideal candidates for this role will have significant experience in senior information governance, data privacy or data protection roles.
- You will also have a proven track record of developing and implementing organisation-wide IG strategies and will have a strong understanding of information security frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials).
- We are looking for candidates with excellent written and oral communication skills and proven ability to lead and chair governance committees effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to deal with highly complex or sensitive facts or situations requiring analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options are also necessary to be successful in this role.
Benefits
- Remote working – occasional office visits in Manchester
- Up to £65000 per annum
- 30+ days annual leave excluding bank holidays
- Competitive Pension
- Additional benefits on request
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Data Privacy & Information Governance Senior ManagerJOB_528110046398262024-12-112024-12-22
Talk to Luke Struan-Robertson, the specialist consultant managing this position
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